Obol - Ferdinand I 1527-1532 front Obol - Ferdinand I 1527-1532 back
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Obol - Ferdinand I

 
Silver (.500) 0.28 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Ferdinand I (I. Ferdinánd) (1526-1564)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1527-1532
Value
1 Obol (Obulus) (1⁄720)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
0.28 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#105429
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned and glorified Madonna with child in her right arm on a crescent divides mintmark

Lettering: K B

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ferdinand I Obol coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Hungary. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the first king of Hungary to be crowned by the Pope, and it was minted in the city of Kremnitz, which was an important center for coin production at the time. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is a valuable piece for collectors today.